2018 Vanguardist Rende Grenache | Blewitt Springs Icon Grenache

🔥 97 Point Blewitt Springs Grenache | Flagship Micro-Cuvée

A monumental Grenache 

Deep, luxurious and impeccably refined.

One of the great expressions of McLaren Vale old-vine fruit

97 Points – The Wine Front | 96 Points – JamesSuckling.com | 95 Points – Halliday Wine Companion

McLaren Vale, SA

$160 a bottle
Old Vine • Iconic • Ultra-Premium McLaren Vale Grenache

“A monumental Grenache — deep, luxurious and impeccably refined. One of the great expressions of McLaren Vale old-vine fruit.”

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Deep ruby with a garnet edge — concentrated and beginning to show graceful maturity.

Aroma:
Powerful, complex and beautifully layered:

• ripe raspberry and dark cherry
• plum compote and redcurrant
• rose petal and exotic spice
• dried herbs, leather and earthy nuance
• hints of cocoa, cedar and warm stone

An intensely expressive bouquet with real depth.

Palate:
Rich, concentrated and seamless — a masterclass in premium Grenache.
Expect layers of:

• dense red and dark berry fruit
• cherry, plum and spice
• savoury herbs and earthy complexity
• fine, velvety tannins
• perfectly balanced acidity giving structure and flow

The wine delivers power with finesse, combining intensity with elegance.

Finish:
Long, plush and persistent with lingering fruit, spice and refined tannin detail.

Critical Acclaim

• 97pts – The Wine Front
  
• 96pts – James Suckling
  
• 95pts – Halliday Wine Companion
  

About Vanguardist

Vanguardist is known for crafting small-batch, high-end wines from exceptional vineyard sites, focusing on:

• intensity
• precision
• site expression
• luxury winemaking

The ‘Rende’ Grenache is one of their flagship wines — showcasing the full potential of McLaren Vale Grenache.

Food Pairings

• Roast lamb
• Duck
• Slow-cooked meats
• Game dishes
• Aged cheeses

Why We Love It

This is serious, collector-level Grenache — rich, layered and impeccably crafted.
At $160, it delivers premium quality with strong critical backing and excellent ageing potential.

A must-have for lovers of top-tier Australian Grenache.

👉 Secure your bottles now — tiny production and highly limited